Imagine strolling down a city street, surrounded by the melodies of street performers, when boom, you’re part of a scene from a fairytale – a legendary musician like Rod Stewart steps up for a spontaneous jam session. This extraordinary event took place on a crisp day in London, captured for posterity by an onlooker’s smartphone, and quickly becoming an internet sensation.
Well, such a thing happened to Henry Facey, a passionate street musician, preparing to conclude his performance in the chilly winter in London. His song choice for the finale? The enduring hit “Handbags and Gladrags,” was famously covered by Stereophonics in 2001.
Well, such a thing happened to Henry Facey, a passionate street musician, preparing to conclude his performance in the chilly winter in London. What a dream come true – to share a song with the legendary Rod Stewart!
There, in the midst of Piccadilly Circus’s bustling energy, Rod Stewart’s distinctive, raspy voice merged with Henry’s guitar play, crafting a spellbinding moment. Spectators found themselves captivated by this unexpected show, a rare chance to see a star like Stewart in a setting as intimate as the streets. It’s a surreal experience that Henry could never forget.
Rod Stewart, a name synonymous with rock and pop music’s evolution, has carved an indelible mark on the industry with his distinctive raspy voice and magnetic stage presence. Bursting onto the scene in the late 1960s, Stewart’s career has spanned over five decades, he’s known for acclaimed classics like “Maggie May,” “Passion,” and “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy?”, and his musical versatility has seen him explore genres from rock to pop.
With over 100 million records sold worldwide, Stewart’s achievements include being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame not once, but twice—first as a solo artist and then as a member of Faces. His accolades also encompass a Grammy Award, a Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music, and the prestigious knighthood by the British monarchy for services to music and charity.